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The daily news can fill us with despair. My Unsung Hero is an antidote to that despair. Each episode reveals what the news ignores: everyday acts of kindness and courage that transformed someone's life. Listen — and renew your faith in humanity. From Hidden Brain Media.

My Unsung Hero Hidden Brain

    • Society & Culture
    • 4.9 • 861 Ratings

The daily news can fill us with despair. My Unsung Hero is an antidote to that despair. Each episode reveals what the news ignores: everyday acts of kindness and courage that transformed someone's life. Listen — and renew your faith in humanity. From Hidden Brain Media.

    Oliver Muensterer's Story

    Oliver Muensterer's Story

    Minutes before an important job interview, Oliver realized he'd forgotten his dress shirt. A stranger offered a kind and unexpected solution.

    • 4 min
    Calvin Lowe's Story

    Calvin Lowe's Story

    When Calvin’s young son was about to go into surgery, his doctor shared a comforting message.

    • 4 min
    Mary Griffis' Story

    Mary Griffis' Story

    Not long after she lost her brother to suicide, Mary accidentally stalled her car in heavy traffic. As drivers honked and shouted, a stranger slowed down to help.

    If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, there are people who can help. You can reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.

    • 4 min
    Sarah Lubarsky's Story

    Sarah Lubarsky's Story

    The emergency room staff was ignoring Sarah's gravely ill fiancé — until a young doctor stepped in.

    • 4 min
    Laura Eshelman's Story

    Laura Eshelman's Story

    Laura was in a mental health crisis when someone unexpected calmed her down.

    • 4 min
    Robin Annexstein's Story

    Robin Annexstein's Story

    More than 10 years ago, when Robin's father died, a man at the U.S. passport office offered a moment of relief.

    • 3 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
861 Ratings

861 Ratings

sbssshh ,

Beautiful and uplifting stories!

When I first started listening to My Unsung Hero, I was so moved by the small gestures of kindness that so many people had encountered and they felt so much gratitude for them. It made me think back to the many times in my life that a stranger did something for me in a time of need and how that made feel. Thank you for providing a bright light in a world that can seem so dark these days!

Rainbow Admirer ,

Celebration & Gratitude

I’m so grateful that someone has the courage to help us focus on the positivity of life through this podcast. Thank you! I look forward to hearing more as I hope it helps me become an unsung hero to others.

brndn1322 ,

A Little Bit of Joy

These inspiring stories warm my heart ever week

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